731 Candidate Statements

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731 Social Services Investigators Candidate Statements:

LYNNE ABRAHAM-PULLIAM

Lets Fight for Bilingual increases, Inequity increases for all the additional work that we do as HSAs, and Retention Bonuses! As HSAs we monitor hundreds of hours of monitored visits, even weekends, long hours, after-hours, multi-lingual; we travel everywhere, even out a state, tons of extra work, offices cant get enough of us! Lets get what we need and what we deserve!

ANTHONY ALEKHUOGIE

My name is Anthony Alekhuogie. I am interested in becoming apart of the bargaining committee for the upcoming contract. I will be fighting for increase pay, adequate working conditions, decreased workloads and fair work appraisals. Please select me to be apart of the bargaining committee so that we can continue to provide excellent service to our members.

YADIRA ALFARO

I have been an EW for 17yrs and on the bargaining table for the past two sessions. I have been a steward working closely with our Union for the past 9yrs representing our members. My strong suits include research skills, organizational skills, plan development, writing proposals as well as negotiating skills. This decision did not come easy, there are sleepless nights and tensions running high but it’s all worth it! Thank you in advance for your support.

MARCOS ALVAREZ

Brothers and sisters. its time to fight for respect at the workplace!! I have been on this bargaining unit for the last three sessions, Believe me when I tell you we fight for every single issue and concerns brought to us by every eligibility worker. Whether it be Micromanaging, intimidation and coercion, I will continue to fight for you so we may win a respectable living wage! I need your support to continue to represent you!! When we fight, we win!!!

LAURA AYALA

I am a very committed and have been very pro active with understanding their needs .

TRACEY BOYKINS

My name is Tracey Boykins. I have been an Eligibility Worker for 23 years. I am running for BU 731 bargaining committee. I have experience in negotiations. I have been part of BU 731 bargaining team since 2006. I know what it takes to keep our contract intact. This up coming bargaining session will be a rough one and us Eligibility Workers will have to unite like our lives depends on it. I am asking for your support by voting for me. Thank you

DAVID BURKS

I want to continue to effectively represent all Los Angeles County employees, especially Eligibility Workers, with the continued support of my bargaining colleagues. EWs are being over worked, dehumanized and humiliated by management, using intimidation and scare tactics. The only way to stop these tyrants is through strong voices and unwavering members support. Thank you.

TAKISHA CARTER

I HAVE SERVED ON BARGAINING IN PREVIOUS YEARS SO I AM EXPERIENCED AND FAMILIAR WITH THE BARGAINING PROCESS. I WANT TO ENSURE THAT DCFS ELIBILITY WORKERS ARE REPRESENTED AND OUR VOICES, ISSUES, AND CONCERNS
ARE HEARD ALONG WITH OUR HARD-WORKING COUNTER PARTS AT DPSS. FOR TOO LONG DCFS EW’S HAVE WENT WITH OUT LANGUAGE IN THE CONTRACT THAT IS SPECIFIC TO OUR DEPARTMENT AND THE DYNAMICS OF OUR REVENUE ENHANCEMENT DIVISION. I WANT THIS TO CHANGE.

TP, UNION STEWARD

MARIA DEL CARME CONSTANZA

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ELENA DUNAEVA

Being a Steward in Pasadena DPSS encourages me to represent my item at the next bargaining table to fight for more raise and better benefits for my fellow EWs. Thank you!

YOLANDA FLOYD

Hello I am Yolanda Floyd I am running for Bargaining unit 731,because of my commitment to advocating for fair wages, better working conditions, and equitable treatment for all members. My ability to understand the concerns of my colleagues, negotiate effectively, and communicate clearly make me a valuable asset. Being on the bargaining team allows me to directly influence policies that affect everyone, ensuring that the collective voice is heard and respected

PATRICE FREEMAN

We are advocating for retention bonuses, specific telework/mobile work language for the HSA position, and a career ladder, as well as an inequity bonus for additional duties performed by the HSA.performed by the HSA.

ADOLFO GRANADOS

I am deeply committed to ensuring the well-being and fair treatment of all union members. With a proven track record of effective communication, negotiation, and advocacy, I am confident in my ability to represent our collective interests on the Bargaining Committee. My dedication to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment will ensure that every voice is heard and valued throughout the bargaining process. Together, we can achieve meaningful process.

KIM HOLLAND

I believe with my 32 years of service. I would be a great asset in helping my bargaining committee members come to a fair contract.

SANDRA JOHNSON

Hello my name in Sandra Johnson and I would be honored to be on the bargaining team. I have been a shop steward for over 16 years. I know this contract is going to have major challenges and would love to be on the team to fight for us the union members. Each contract brings its own challenges and problems and this one will be one of our more difficult. I believe I can make a different being on this bargaining team. As such I humbly request your votes.

RITA JOSEPHBEK

I have 40 yrs with county, always have been a member.
Will fight for our benefits and raise, motivated to bring the best results.
I have also experienced strike in 1999, now more determined than ever to fight for decent wages, less micromanagement, safe work environment .
My community experience with various organizations has enhanced my negotiating skills.
I am Chair person of Armenian Caucus, have collaborated with other Caucuses.

SHARON KILGORE

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PAUL KIM

Since being shop steward in May 2022, I represented over 500 members at Rancho Dominguez and now represent nearly 400 members at South Special. I’ve also had the privilege of being a worksite organizer for 3 months at Norwalk, Lincoln Heights, Metro East, and Florence. Having been on the frontlines beside you, I know firsthand how hard we work while the County disrespects us. That is why I ask for your support so we can get the contract and respect we deserve.

LATONYA LAZARD

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LUCY MACK

My name is Lucy Mack aka (Guerrero). I have been a Union Steward for 24+ years. I have served on Bargaining Committees for BU731 for 6+ terms. I have always fought to protect our rights and our MOU. Today, we are faced with changes that have imposed much stress and unrealistic expectations upon us as members and employees of DPSS. It is a critical time for us and we must fight to protect our rights and our livelihoods. I will ALWAYS fight and be your voice.

SUZETTE MANRRIQUEZ

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JULIA MARIN

I have worked for LA County for the last 25 years and being a Steward for 22 years. My passion and love for helping people from our community is the same love and passion I have as a Shop Steward. I know what our brothers and sisters are going through, because I’m going through it like them. I will stand up and fight to bring the power that is needed to get what our members need and deserved! We will stand as ONE as a bargaining unit!

ALEXANDRO MEZA-CONTRERAS

Having participated in the last 2 bargaining periods I believe I can continue brining good results for our members. Our focus is to continue benefiting through hard work and results-driven negotiations.

NATALIE MORENO

I have been fighting for us these last three years and would like to do so again. This bargaining session will most likely be the fight of our lives. Especially for the CSC’s.We all need to stand strong and I will be resolute at the table!

EMMANUEL RAMIREZ

I am ready to assist our union members with negotiating issues regarding:

1) Work environment;

2) Additional work duties without adequate compensation;

3) Insurance premium increases without accountability by both insurance groups, both PPOs and HMOs, which continue to delay or deny physician referrals or specialty referrals jeopardizing the health and safety of union members.\

We are all in this together.

Respectfully,
Emmanuel Ramirez, J.D.

ERIKA RAMIREZ

Erika is for change..she works hard for DCFS and wants better for her section and is a person that has so much knowledge about her section that she has the power and opportunity to really help!

RICARDO ROCHA

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JAMES SUMMERS

I have been with the county for two years. Within those two years I have seen how workers are treated and I have seen the triumph of organizing.
I became a shop steward as soon as I came off of probation and I have not stopped fighting for the workers in my building. And now I want to fight for all.
I believe my determination, strong will, and commitment to members well-being is the reason why I should be selected to serve on the bargaining committee.

BERNADETTE TASHJIAN

I am dedicated to negotiating fair agreements to represent our members interests effectively, ensuring every voice is heard. My proficiency in communication, collaboration, and legal background qualify me for the role. As an Armenian candidate, I am dedicated to fostering inclusivity & diversity in every aspect of our DPSS community. I believe in championing the rights & voices for everyone. I will tirelessly advocate for a more equitable & inclusive environment.

BARBARA THURMAN

I want to represent you, my fellow members, this bargaining term again. We have a fight on our hands and I have been a Steward for over 15 years. I will fight to get us the best contract with my voice being our voice. I am a current sitting committee member of Class Specifications, RAC & CAT. Being apart of these boards makes me deeply involved in fighting the peoples fight. I won’t back down for what’s right.

MARTHA VILLA

I believe life is evolving as well, all laws & policies. With that said, I will bring new ideas & a fresh perspective to the table. We need to bargain for things that matter & benefit not only active employees, but also the retirees.

We need a team that is willing to fight for everyones rights & needs.

PHYLLIS YOUNG FIELDS

I, Phyllis Young Fields
Have dedicated 36 years of service to LA County. I started as a clerk in 1988 and advanced to an Eligibility Worker. Two years ago, I became an SEIU-721 steward dedicated to supporting SEIU members during their time of need. I am committed to enhancing the community and the lives of LA County Workers. Ensuring a better future for all. With my experience I can contribute to securing competitive contracts and a productive work environment.

JANNETTE ZOQHI

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